Child Protection Policy: Appendix 7 - Guidance for staff when dealing with work experience students

February 2005

Some members of staff will, from time to time, be required to work with young
adults from 15-18 years of age.

It is recognised that the schools and colleges expect young adults undertaking
work experience placements to develop independence, responsibilities, and the
ability to make their own decisions and to apply learning.

It is also recognised that it is not practical, or necessary, for work experience
students to be supervised or accompanied by two or more staff at all times.
However, it would be consistent with the tenor of this policy, for the welfare
of the young person to be paramount. Therefore, to enable both the Museum staff
member and the work experience student to have a positive experience the below
mentioned points should be borne in mind:

If you are spending time alone with a student, consider:

Ensuring that another Museum staff member knows your location and the proposed
activity

Ensuring that the door is left ajar or that there is a clear view into
the room/exhibit through a window

If travelling alone in a vehicle with the student, ensuring that another
member of staff knows where you are going, what you are intending to do and
the estimated duration of your journey

At the start of any placement you should take some time to explain the format
of the placement, including place and conditions of work and ensure that he
or she is comfortable with the proposed arrangements.

You should also ensure that the student has had adequate time to discuss the
proposed plans with their college, school, parent or guardian as appropriate.

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